The more than $30 million spent on lies and fabrications by CMP and Versant points to their true nature. They are run as for-profit businesses, owned by overseas monopolies, which makes so much money on the backs of Maine citizens that it can pour more than $30 million into a slander campaign. A recent letter […]
Coastal Journal
Midcoast news from The Forecaster.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Letter: Annalyse Sarvinas’ experience is best for our students’ future
My friend and teacher Annalyse Sarvinas seeks election to the MSAD 75 School Board to serve our Topsham community. She is insightful, caring and confident which makes her a valuable decision maker. She listens to others and makes sure their thoughts are respected. Her help this summer tutoring my daughter showed me how well she […]
advertisement
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Question 6 will restore Maine’s promise to Wabanaki people
When it became a state in 1820, Maine assumed all the duties and obligations Massachusetts historically had regarding the “Indians within said District of Maine,” including treaty obligations to Wabanaki people within its borders. Although the record of this arrangement between the two states was part of the Maine Constitution when it was originally adopted, […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Letter: It’s in CMP’s best interest to help if PTP is chosen
CMP and Versant tell a lot of whoppers these days. It’s understandable. They want to hang onto the monopoly privilege we give them, and can easily take back. To their owners, we are worth at least $187 million in annual profits. That’s more than all their Maine workers are paid, combined. One whopper is that […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Eric Smith will carry on Ed Bradley’s good work
I urge my fellow residents of Freeport District 2 to vote for Eric Smith for town council. Smith, who grew up in Freeport, moved back 10 years ago to work and become an active community member. He is executive director of the Freeport Historical Society. He cares about Freeport’s future. He was instrumental in establishing […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Benoit’s experience is invaluable to Freeport
I am a resident of Freeport writing in support of Joanna Benoit for town councilor at-large. As Freeport faces economic and demographic change, we are fortunate to have a thoughtful candidate like Benoit, a leader who can balance the many needs of our town while maintaining the spirit that makes Freeport so special. To her, […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Benoit can serve Freeport as well as she serves Maine
Joanna Benoit’s experience in enhancing the economic impact of agricultural and environmental assets as a project director for the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, as well as her master’s degree in policy planning and management, are key strengths needed in our municipal government at this critical moment. Please join me in voting for […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Cooking at the Cove: Pasta and dessert for all you pumpkin spice fans
I know how excited people get at this time of year when the weather turns brisk and the pumpkins are plentiful. At every turn, there is one more thing with a pumpkin spice flavor and/or scent. I admit that it was never really my thing, but in recent years I’ve joined team pumpkin after spending […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Topsham adventurer summits Kilimanjaro
Ivan McTaggart spent seven days and six nights on the climb and now can check another item off his bucket list.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Arts Calendar: Oct. 20-27
Comedy Friday 10/20 Best of Boston comedy: 7 p.m., Smitty’s Cinema, 65 Topsham Fair Mall Road, Topsham. $20. smittyscinema.com Mark Normand: 7 p.m., State Theatre, 609 Congress St., Portland. $35-$69.75. statetheatreportland.com Ongoing The Char and Cher Drag Show: 8:30 p.m., first Wednesday, Flask Lounge, 117 Spring St., Portland. flasklounge.com Exhibits/Galleries Through 10/21 Yarmouth Arts Festival: 10 […]